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Robert Half
Accounts Payable Clerk
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
An Accounts Payable or Receivable Clerk keeps records of accounts and financial transactions, with specific responsibility for Accounts Payable/Receivable. Works for a business or bookkeeping service. Provides information for financial and tax reports completed by an accountant.
$47,502 / year median in Pennsylvania
-14% projected decline
Job Description
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day financial operations for a busy team in Pennsylvania. This is a Long-term Contract position offering on-site work and an opportunity for someone who is organized, dependable, and quick to learn new processes. The ideal candidate will bring strong accuracy in invoice handling and reconciliation tasks while contributing to the smooth and timely completion of accounts payable activities.
Responsibilities:
- Process vendor invoices accurately and enter payment details into the accounting system in a timely manner.
- Review billing documentation for completeness, resolve discrepancies, and follow up with internal teams or suppliers as needed.
- Reconcile bank activity and accounts payable records to help maintain accurate financial data.
- Prepare and support routine payment runs while ensuring approvals and supporting documents are properly aligned.
- Maintain organized financial files and records so transactions can be easily tracked and verified.
- Assist with identifying and correcting posting errors to improve the accuracy of accounts payable reporting.
- Work closely with the broader finance team to keep daily payable operations running efficiently.
- Learn company procedures and accounting tools quickly to contribute effectively with minimal ramp-up time.